1989 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Escort | ATS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |